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Ivan Salaverry

When and why did you start training for fighting? Since the age of 13, I have studiedand trained in various combat arts including karate, wrestling, jiu-jitsu and kickboxing. What ranks and titles have you held? I held the Hook-n-Shoot and IFC middleweight titles.

Do you have any heroes? None

What is your favorite technique? I don't have a favorite technique but I do admire many other fighters’ styles that influence certain things I do.

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? UFC is the biggest promotion in the world right now, a platform that anyone would be excited to fight on.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? Some college

What was your job before you started fighting? I was a welfare case manager for the Department of Social Health and Services.

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